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. e Minutes of the Town Meeting - March 11, 2003 - Page 8 We need to be forward-thinking; consider tying the City's planned bike/hike trails with the school district properties, taking advantage of safe route to school program. Storm plans should also be considered in the planning of the areas around Sylvan Beach. We could utilize the lower floors on the Hotel/Convention and other structures as parking only, limiting damage and down time from storms. State and federal monies are being considered for renovation of San Jacinto Monument area and we should take full advantage of the opportunities that brings. We should encourage the development of that entire area, with RV/campgrounds and additional activities. We should encourage the state to make use of all the real estate by partnering with a private company to create a theme park around this famous site. This would improve its appeal and could incorporate theatrical events to preserve and enhance the learning experience, with fun for families of all ages. It would also create more than a J -2 hour activity, which would increase the likelihood of local over-night stays and dining. The planning should incorporate various event price structures and allow the state to fund the monument and battleship as free areas of enjoyment. There are many opportunities for our community and tourism, retail sales, hotel/motel, cruise ship, food/beverage, transportation and facility use dollars will further stimulate and diversify our local economy. Colleen Hicks of the Chamber of Commerce feels we have an opportunity for the community's future. We (La Porte, Morgan's Point, Shoreacres, LPISD, San Jacinto College, Harris County, Port of Houston Authority, Southeast Economic Development-SEED, State Representative's offices, Congressman's offices, including all the clubs and organizations) need to shape the future for our youth. Audience comments were welcomed after the presentations. Suggestions: provide better views of the Fred Hartman Bridge, clean-up the eyesores, provide public transportation, recognize outdated property and modeprize it, offers of help/assistance in growth/beautification, focus on the positives. The City is ready to move forward. We need to remember to support the businesses of La Porte, and the heritage of La Porte. ' Respectfully submitted, --m1UtA~#.aa/ Martha A. Gillett, TRMC City Sec " ~- ---- Bruce Meismer, District 6